The obligation
The code describes the glove bag and wrap and cut methods for removing asbestos lagging and similar material, followed by decontamination and waste disposal.
The wrap and cut technique produces the lowest levels of respirable asbestos fibres and is used instead of full containment when removing a small amount of non-friable asbestos or ACM in good condition. It is most appropriate when the entire component is to be removed, such as redundant plant covered with lagging. If lagging must be removed so a pipe can be cut, the glove bag method may be used to expose the metal at the cut point.
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- What
- The code describes the glove bag and wrap and cut methods for removing asbestos lagging and similar material, followed by decontamination and waste disposal.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Glove bag and wrap and cut removal methods is a WHS requirement set out in How to safely remove asbestos code of practice 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health & Safety > Asbestos > Removal Methods.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Glove bag and wrap and cut removal methods is a WHS obligation under How to safely remove asbestos code of practice 2021 (QLD). In short, The code describes the glove bag and wrap and cut methods for removing asbestos lagging and similar material, followed by decontamination and waste disposal.
What changed recently?
Glove bag and wrap and cut removal methods was last updated on 19 October 2026.